MGMT360
Business Law
A variety of legal issues and principles underlie most business transactions. This course provides a general introduction to business law in Canada. Topics include the legal system, the judicial system, the law of torts, property law, the law of contract, forms of business organization, special contractual relations, debtor-creditor relationship, securities legislation, employment relationship, and administrative law.
Related program(s)
This course is available at the following time(s) and location(s):
| Section | Sessions | Dates/time | Campus | Instructor(s) | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MGMT360-SU1137 | 14 | Wednesdays Sep 11–Dec 11, 2013 6:30–9:30 pm |
Sur | Shafik Bhalloo |
$590 | Register |
What will I learn?
After completing this course, you should be able to o the following:
- Explain the key concepts of business law
- Apply these concepts to various business situations
- Comfortably use essential legal terminology
How will I learn?
This university-level course may consist of a combination of lectures, workshops, case studies, examinations, projects, papers, assignments, and group presentations. It requires at-home study and preparation. You can expect reading and other assignments on a weekly basis.
How will I be evaluated?
We'll evaluate your performance in this course using a combination of in-class or take-home assignments, exams, individual or group projects, participation, and attendance. To meet course demands, you should have an advanced level of written and spoken English.
If English is not your first language, we recommend you complete the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum overall band score of 6.5. If you have any questions or concerns about your English language proficiency, we encourage you to contact us.
Textbooks and learning materials
Course fees do not include the cost of the textbook, which you may purchase from the SFU Bookstore. We recommend you purchase your textbooks as soon as you've registered. The quantities are limited at the bookstore.
The textbook for the course is Contemporary Business Law by Willes (2012, 10th ed., ISBN:9780070401853).
Professional development credits
This course may meet the requirements for the following designation(s):